Reini78 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 #3/2016 So, something at least a bit different Initially my dad wanted to build a RN Mk.I with the Hobby Boss kit. After examining the kit we found out that the intended version wasn´t possible oob, no bubble side windows, no observer seat behind the pilot, no cowl gun. So, change of plan, used decals from the Italeri reboxing of the AM kit for the Hobby Boss one. Besides the decals almost completely oob. Added seatbelts, cut off the wrong wing gun stubs and drilled holes, EZ Line for the aerials, engraved the missing rivets for the the oil cooler shutters on the side cowls. Painted with Gunze and Tamiya acrylics. The decals for the nose numbers came from the sparebox because the Italeri ones were way too big. As it seems there´s only one partial pic of this aircraft. There it looks completely white. Fellow Hyperscale modeller Modeldad provided some info that all-white avengers weren´t completely uncommon in the Atlantic ASW role. So the model became only white, never seen that before on a pic or model The model shows an a/c of the composite squadron VC-58 on the escort carrier USS Block Island in January 1944. Later in March/April the unit transferred to the USS Guadalcanal and flew night missions. 67 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
batcode Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Super work, looks great. Very nice job on the scheme and finish, thats 1 very nice looking avenger. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
herr66 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Excellent job! Very nice Avenger! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcdonnell Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Hello,Reini78 - My compliments on your father's beautiful build of the 'Avenger'.I love the quality and detail of the paint and finishing work and commend the subtle weathering.He is a fine modeller and it's always a pleasure to view his quality work. All the best,Paul. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polo1112 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Incredible work and a rather unusual colour scheme. I like it very much. Take care. Polo. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMCS Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Stunning 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doozer1974 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 More superb work Reini, I really like that unusual scheme. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Beautiful! Always rather liked the Avenger, and I'm a fan of white schemes (one of the many reasons for my love of Eastern Front subjects). That's definitely one I should add to my need-to-do list. Regards, Jason 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Outstanding work,beautifully painted and weathered. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knight_Flyer Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Certainly is different. Very nice paint finish. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winenut Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 A work of art. Beautiful version Congratulations 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
russ c Posted February 4, 2016 Share Posted February 4, 2016 Fantastic job Reini, that looks great, really nice work 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod bettencourt Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Great looking plane and build. Thanks for sharing. Rod 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Dyck Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 This is really unusual, but very good and nice to see! This weathering is so nice! That's what I like to see! THX for sharing! All the best Andy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkady72 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Very nice Moby Dick . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Podmore Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Looks amaing in white! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F4u Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 That's one nice Avenger in a nice scheme, l have the AM one in the stash if it turns out half as good as this I will be pleased. Good job. Guy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danntheman Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 I agree this is totally brilliant love colour scheme. hope I get to your standard soon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini78 Posted February 5, 2016 Author Share Posted February 5, 2016 thanks all for the comments, much appreciated! here´s the pic of the original a/c and one of another white wale 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kemi71 Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 GREAT!!!!!!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildagreek Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Like it! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadYarpen Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 My only doubt is to dark wash. Otherwise pure pleasure to look at. Love it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
85sqn Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Its a great job, big well done! How did it go together, any problems? I have the same kit which I want to model as a Royal Navy MkII, you've mentioned the issues but any thoughts about to go around creating some round side windows? It's the main thing thats stopping me from starting my kit ( and a lack of space!) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reini78 Posted February 5, 2016 Author Share Posted February 5, 2016 Its a great job, big well done! How did it go together, any problems? I have the same kit which I want to model as a Royal Navy MkII, you've mentioned the issues but any thoughts about to go around creating some round side windows? It's the main thing thats stopping me from starting my kit ( and a lack of space!) The molding is nice and the fit great, no real problems putting the thing together. One thing I remember, when my dad glued together the wing "stumps" with the rest of the wings there was a bit of tension in that joint points but nothing to overcome with some clamps. Concerning the round windows, you can buy the Italeri kit which includes the windows for a British or Kiwi version, besides that I can´t think of an easy way. Maybe there are also some vac-form ones available, haven´t searched for that yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
85sqn Posted February 5, 2016 Share Posted February 5, 2016 Cheers Reini! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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